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The Clinical Trial & Data Management Research Associate in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) will be an integral member of the research team. This position will provide support for the ICTS by performing activities which are vitally important to ICTS mission, as well as to grow and foster innovation through research support endeavors. This position will apply clinical skills to administer, deliver, and evaluate research protocols.

Duties to include but not limited to:

       Perform clinical/health care research activities for departments throughout University of Iowa.

       Screen participant for study eligibility.

       Collaborate with Principal Investigator and the study team in the development, execution, administration and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies and provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.

       Assess participants for problems related to protocol. Oversee CRF development, database development and maintenance.

       Participate in the design; development and testing of clinical research trial data systems.

       Maintain communication between health care clinical information systems and research data systems.

       Manage and organize regulatory documentation.

       Prepare and submit regulatory submissions.

       Assist in the development and administer study budgets.

       Participate in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding.

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research. These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.

Percent of Time: 100%

Pay Grade: 4A

https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/guide-pay-plans

Benefits Highlights:

-Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

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Required Qualifications

       A Bachelor's degree in a Health Science field or an equivalent combination of education and research experience.

       A minimum of one year experience designing, developing, and implementing recruitment program materials.

       Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in research. 

       Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

       Ability to work nights and weekends.

       Must be proficient in computer software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Desirable Qualifications

       Experience working on Emergency Medicine projects.

       Current Emergency Medical Technician Certification.

       Experience with REDCap, Epic and ACCESS.

       Previous experience in data collection and entry.

       Experience in processing research regulatory documents and ethics preparation.

       Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.

       1-3 years of clinical research experience.

       Experience developing and working with research budgets/billing.

       A current, valid Registered Nurse license or Respiratory Therapist license.

       Database management experience including entering, tracking and maintaining data and troubleshooting.

Application Process:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:

Resume

Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from positing and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self -disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.Hybrid within Iowa: This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

For additional questions, please contact Amy Stewart at amy-stewart@uiowa.edu

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.